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Cornelia Varnavas Obituary
Madison, AL
Cornelia Varnavas passed away early Thursday morning, September 7, 2018, after spending a day surrounded by family and friends. Cornelia was 90 years old and was preceded in death by her parents and two siblings, Nick and Katherine, and her husband of 39 years, Andrew. She leaves several nephews and nieces as well as her two sons, Kosta and Jimmy, daughter in law Lisa, and her grandson Andrew. Cornelia grew up in Memphis and attended the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church until 2005 when she moved to Huntsville, AL to be closer to her sons and grandson. She started teaching piano at a relatively young age and continued after she moved to Huntsville until just before her 90th birthday. While there is no way to estimate the number of children she taught over her 70 years, it is clear that this was her gift to the world. Services will include visitation from 4-6 p.m. on Monday afternoon, September 10, at Family Funeral Care, 4925 Summer Avenue. The funeral will be held at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church on Highland at 10 a.m. followed by interment in Elmwood Cemetery.
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Mrs. Rameshbabu
September 21, 2018
My son was really fortunate to have Mrs. Varnavas as his piano teacher for over two years. She was an amazing person who truly cared about her students. Our condolences to her family and she will be missed by anyone who had her as their teacher.
Stephanie, Brian, & Sebastian Oliver
September 11, 2018
Mrs. V will be missed by all who knew her. We light a candle for all of the wonderful memories. Let them fill your mind, warm your heart, and lead you through. With condolences.
The Staff of Family Funeral Care Summer Avenue Chapel
September 11, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Jo Weddendorf
September 10, 2018
Mrs. Varnavas was a very dear person, and her family reflects the kind, caring values coming from her heart. My heart was saddened by this news and I can only imagine how difficult a time this is for the family. The family and friends are all in my thoughts during this sad time.
Jo Weddendorf
Sarah Harr
September 9, 2018
Mrs. Varnavas was the reason I became a professional musician. I will always treasure the 14 years she taught me, and the friendship we maintained for the rest of her life. I love her very much, and I will dearly miss her. Praying for her family during this difficult time. God's blessings, Dr. Sarah Wiese Harr and family
Harry Leuer
September 9, 2018
Mrs. Varnavas's caring spirit and value of her family, will be carried on by her boys.
Harry Leuer
Nancy Leuer
September 9, 2018
Mrs. Varnavas was the nicest person with a great sense of humor. She will be sorely missed by all. Sincerely, Nancy Leuer
Emily Byrd
September 9, 2018
Jimmy, we were so saddened to hear that your lovely mother passed away. Our thoughts are with you, Lisa, and Andrew at this difficult time. Love, Emily & Ken
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